Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Protects hair
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction
Lactating Women
Yes
Not Available
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Any time except an hour after meal
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Berry
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants
Seedless Variety
Yes
Not Available
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Brown
Origin
China, India
Central Europe, Western Asia
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Warm
Facts about
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
- 30th April is known as National Raisin Day.
- Fresno, California is known as raisin capital of the world.
- Half of world's raisin supply is produced in California.
Top Producer
China
United States of America
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
Mexico
Turkey
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Vitis Vinifera
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Not Available
Species
C. limon
Vitis vinifera
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Grape
Difference Between Lemon and Raisin
We might think that Lemon and Raisin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Raisin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Raisin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Raisin with peel is Not Available and 299.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lemon and Raisin belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Lemon and Raisin is Sapindales and Vitales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.